Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for russet potato
Best swap for russet potato: Yukon Gold potato, 1:1; creamier, less starchy - works for most uses except very fluffy mash.
How we checked this: these swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes, and their ratios follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than one published chart. For exact amounts on many common swaps, see the NDSU and Colorado State University extension tables listed below. Editorial policy
What can I use instead of Russet Potato?
The best swap for Russet Potato is Yukon Gold Potato, 1:1; creamier, less starchy - works for most uses except very fluffy mash. Another option is Idaho Potato, 1:1; regional name for same variety. The table below also lists Potatoes, 3 swaps in all.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Yukon Gold potato | 1:1; creamier, less starchy - works for most uses except very fluffy mash |
| Idaho potato | 1:1; regional name for same variety |
| Potatoes | 1:1; any all-purpose potato works, texture varies slightly |
Source and limits
These swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes to your kitchen, last updated . We remove swaps known to be unsafe, but not every swap has been tested in a kitchen, and a swap is cooking guidance, not an allergen or nutrition equivalent. Check labels and what the recipe needs before substituting.
The ratios and usage notes follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than a single published chart. These two university extension tables list exact amounts for many common swaps:
- Ingredient Substitutions (FN198), NDSU Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Ingredient Substitutions (9.329), Colorado State University Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Penn State Extension, Potatoes in the Garden and the Kitchen (opens in a new tab)
Browse every ingredient and read how these swaps are sourced.